Contact Info
Grace Fountain Preschool
1145 Cabrillo Street
San Francisco, CA
94118
Tel:
(415) 668-0188
Fax:
(415) 668-0166
Director:
Ruth Tin
RuthTam@hotmail.com
General Approach to Learning
| Play-based |
| Play-based with some structure |
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Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
| Montessori |
| Waldorf |
| Co-op |
| Reggio-Emilia |
Parent Ratings
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed: 7
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
School Philosophy and Mission
Director has not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
We have circle time to share feelings every morning and afternoon. The theme unit plus the curriculum are planned ahead of the semester is going to be learned and have activities for each group. Sna...
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school (tour, conversation with director, etc.) |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Total enrollment | 36 |
| Student/teacher ratio | 10:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 years |
| Extended day | Yes |
School year
Year round program
Summer Program
06/2008 - 08/2008
Kindergarten Placement
Kindergartens that preschoolers from this school are now attending
Chinese American International School , Alamo School, Star of the Sea, St.Thomas, St.Cecilia, West Portal, Lutheran, St.Thomas, St.Brigid, Alamo, Zion Lutheran
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
1-8 and 1-12
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Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages: From 4 years to -- |
| Days:
Mon 7:30am - 6:00pm Tue 7:30am - 6:00pm Wed 7:30am - 6:00pm Thu 7:30am - 6:00pm Fri 7:30am - 6:00pm |
| Tuition: $785/Month |
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Additional Application Information
Application fee: Free
Acceptance criteria: First-come basis based on sibling priority
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